Activities

Activities at Low Laithes

Low Laithes affords all the opportunities of a community environment; the use of local amenities and leisure opportunities is embedded into the daily lives of people we support. Our aim is for people we support to be known, included and valued within the local community. We go to local shops, pubs and restaurants, building strong relationships with those working there. Local parks and walks are easily accessible. Low Laithes has its own vehicles, but whenever possible we also use public transport to promote travel skills and independence.

Active, meaningful and purposeful lives

At Low Laithes, we have created a safe environment where people can access education, develop lifelong skills and maximise their potential. The residential living model enables each person to have a varied and fulfilling life.

Activities and choices: We provide individually designed learning and leisure activities in a fully supportive environment, giving the people we support the widest possible range of life opportunities. Person-centred therapeutic support can help them make the very best of the possibilities. Learning activities include social, educational, personal and lifestyle experiences, with skills development a central component.

Activities are designed within a person-centred plan to suit each individual. Each plan is monitored to ensure that people receive the correct balance of activities according to their particular needs. We place the emphasis is on each person making their own choices  and selecting their own activities in the local and wider communities.

Pursuits include: horticulture, art and crafts, eating out, visits to local and national attractions, trips to the coast, cinema, bowling, swimming, gym, dance, shopping, sensory club, cycling, woodwork, music, performing arts, voluntary work, access to local colleges, work placements, local walks, horse riding, gym sessions, Heeley City Farm (Sheffield) work placement with animal care, Cannon Hall Farm, Xscape Castleford, Swinton Lock, the Vic disco, Wheels for all cycling and rebound therapy. The ASDAN Awards  framework is also utilised provides opportunities for people to achieve qualifications in a range of subjects linking to activities.

Additionally, a wide range of trips are provided on request. They have previously included excursions to sporting events and an  adventure centre, boating and canoeing. Activities continue in the evenings and also at weekends, with people attending, for example, local advocacy group, a learning disability nightclub and gym sessions at a local leisure centre.

Facilities: Low Laithes also has its own facilities to host social events, to which friends and family can be invited. Shopping and  cooking for themselves, with support as required, is encouraged for people at Low Laithes, as is cleaning and tidying their own home.

Above all, we seek to provide the people we support with the best quality of life possible. Our goal is that they live lives full of  opportunities to develop new skills, interests and friendships becoming full and valued members of their local community.

 

Life-long learning and development

Individual progress is monitored through a person-centred planning process and the celebrated recognition of achievements. Progress is continually encouraged by our dedicated and committed colleagues.

At Low Laithes, we take a supportive approach to the challenges faced by each person, ensuring that everybody is recognised for their individuality and positive attributes.

People’s progress and achievements are recorded and reviewed on a regular basis by the staff team, person involved and other key supporters, to ensure that goals and objectives match needs and wishes.